About a month ago I went for a walk with Kenton and Ariella and on our way home we saw a 12 year old boy on crutches trying to carry a bag full of groceries. The bag had ripped wide open and he was trying to balance a large jar of peanut butter and multiple other grocery items in his hands while using his crutches. He had hurt his ankle and could barely walk. We live on a steep hill which made it even harder for the boy to get home. The kids and I had already been on a…
Sometimes I find myself being selfish and need a reminder to look outside my own wants and spend more time encouraging others. Often when I do this I forget everything I wanted or thought I needed. Life is so much more fulfilling when helping and encouraging others. When I saw this quote a while ago it resinated in me and I knew I wanted to share in hopes it would speak to you as well. Wishing you the best week and I hope we can all help others feel so important! xo, Laura Derksen #arrowandlacewords is where every week…
Lately I have been thinking about how I can encourage more people around me. I am so excited to start #arrowandlacewords where every week on sundays I post something positive and uplifting. Either a phrase, simple word(s) or a scripture verse to encourage you. I wanted to make it pretty and easy for you to print, repost or PIN to help encourage others! If you print it I would love to see how you have used it! Post a photo and tag #arrowandlacewords so we can all see! This weeks encouragement is “You are Beautiful”. Simple I know!! But sometime it’s…
